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Winter weddings, particularly in the midwest and on the east coast, have a special glow to them. When planning a winter event, think of venues that are at once intimate, plush, and with a warm ambience. Colors can be muted,…Read more ›

I was invited to speak before 250 wedding planners and travel professionals at the Love Mexico event in the Riviera Maya area south of Cancun in early December. The event was wonderful and I had the opportunity to meet and…Read more ›

It’s engagment season again. One of my favorite times of year as I get the chance to meet newly engaged and very excited couples. It’s fun to sit down with them and start making a connection. It’s also fun to…Read more ›

Most couples have no idea they can protect their investment (wedding deposits) with a simple and inexpensive purchase…wedding insurance. Just this week, we helped a destination client purchase wedding insurance that will reimburse them if their wedding is canceled or postponed due…Read more ›

I meet with couple’s weekly to discuss their wedding plans or their wedding dreams and while I love spending time and sharing my knowledge there are a few basic tips I share often so I thought why not share them…Read more ›

Last month I had the honor and privilege to plan a destination wedding in Germany for Kayleigh & Brian. They are an adorable couple from Minneapolis who very thoughtfully selected Cochem, Germany as the location for their wedding and I…Read more ›

For over a year I have been conducting Weducation Workshops which are designed as an insiders look into the world of wedding planning. We have held three previous workshops in various locations throughout the Twin Cities. Our fourth workshop is…Read more ›

We feel very fortunate to have worked with a wonderful family to coordinate and oversee their daughter’s wedding at the Minneapolis Club. From the moment we met, I felt a connection and clear understanding of the importance of family and…Read more ›

I received a copy of “The Millennial Bride: Unveiled; White Paper 2009” a study conducted by Martha Stewart Weddings while in Vero Beach, Florida last week. The fabulous Rebecca Grinnals spoke at the brunch I was attending for the Come…Read more ›

As a wedding planner and one who believes in and teaches ethical business practices, I am dismayed by the number of wedding professionals who violate an unwritten “code of ethics”. So one might ask, if it’s unwritten how can it…Read more ›